These two components of communication are critical for you to be able to convey the message you intend as you speak. Whether it is one-on-one, in a group, or in front of a large audience, what you say, how you say it, and what you do as you're saying it all factor into what the audience interprets as your purpose. Are you sending the right message? How do you look when you speak?


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If we were to break it down into percentages, how much of our understanding comes from what is said/heard compared to what is seen/viewed?

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This assignment is to help you identify non-verbal communication that people use on an every day basis. As you "people watch", what messages do you see that enhance or alter the speakers intended message?

If document doesn't open, see this link: Non-verbal worksheet